About U.S. Assets Group

Thomas Brown and Jay Tallman stand behind every prestigious community created by U.S. Assets Group. As principals of this respected firm, they bring unmatched experience and a sterling reputation to the development of luxurious homes. As a result, clients of U.S. Assets Group enjoy an unparalleled level of quality and customer service.

With over a half-century of combined expertise in high-end building, the two principals have earned national recognition for
U. S. Assets Group, winning acclaim for impeccable design, quality construction, superb amenities and a heightened level of environmental sensitivity. The National Association of Home Builders and Southeast Building Conference are among the professional organizations praising U. S. Assets Group. In addition, the Gulf Coast Business Review has twice named Brown and Tallman as finalists (2004, 2005) in its annual competition to honor the region’s most successful and innovative entrepreneurs.

Through U. S. Assets Group, Brown and Tallman create outstanding communities that contribute much to the aesthetic quality of the Gulf Coast region and provide pleasure and comfort to home buyers. Home prices in communities by U. S. Assets Group range from $1 million to more than $5 million, and response has been remarkable. For example, the 21 units in en Provence sold out in just three weeks in 2000. Similarly, Beau Ciel, a bayfront tower and marina, has come to epitomize luxury in urban living. Soaring 17 stories above Sarasota’s downtown waterfront, Beau Ciel’s condominium homes and exclusive Plaza Club have become centerpieces of Sarasota's Boulevard of the Arts. The highly desirable community sold out 50 percent of its 44 units in the first two months at an average price of $1.5 million per unit, while the top-floor penthouse brought $5 million. Total project sales were $64 million.

The relaxed beachfront ambience at Orchid Beach Club has attracted buyers from around the world with its two 11-story towers, a West Indies feel and Gulf-front exposure on Lido Key. U. S. Assets Group sold 51 of the 54 Orchid Beach residences before completion, at an average price per unit of $2 million. Total project sales are expected exceed $110 million.

The Founders Club, begun in March 2004, has brought the coveted private golf course lifestyle to Florida’s Gulf Coast as never before. Prior to project commencement, builders purchased 154 homesites for a total of $54 million in presales. In its first year, The Founders Club sold more than 50 percent of its 262 estate homesites to retail buyers. In addition, more than 100 golfers have joined The Founders Golf Club to date.

As the principals of U.S. Assets Group, Thomas Brown and Jay Tallman are among an elite class of developers capable of bringing such intricate projects to fruition. They preside over a team of dedicated professionals who focus on consistently surpassing the expectations of clients and partners. Their unmatched level of services, coupled with seamless design, award-winning construction and unparalleled amenities make U.S. Assets Group the builder of choice for discriminating Gulf Coast homebuyers.